X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices – Specific application – Mammography
Reexamination Certificate
2005-02-01
2005-02-01
Church, Craig E. (Department: 2882)
X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices
Specific application
Mammography
Reexamination Certificate
active
06850590
ABSTRACT:
Comfort devices for use with a mammography unit cassette holder comprising a compressible material that substantially conforms to patient-contact surfaces of the cassette holder are provided. Openings are included in one example for passing a mammography unit cassette through. Cassette holders for use with mammography units are also provided comprising patient-contact surfaces and a compressible material integral to said patient-contact surfaces. Methods for reducing patient discomfort during a mammogram by using these comfort devices and cassette holders are also included. Mammography units are equipped with cassette holders and comfort devices to cushion the breast during compression and also change the shape of the compressed breast for repeat imaging without patient repositioning.
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Church Craig E.
Woodcock & Washburn LLP
Yun Jurie
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